ICD-10-CM · Billable Code
K56.3 — Gallstone ileus
Chapter K00-K95: Diseases of the digestive system
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Common questions about K56.3 (Gallstone ileus)
What does ICD-10 code K56.3 mean?
K56.3 is the ICD-10-CM 2025 code for Gallstone ileus. ICD-10-CM is the medical coding system used by clinicians, hospitals and insurers worldwide to classify diseases and conditions in a standard way.
Is K56.3 a billable diagnosis code?
Yes, K56.3 is a billable / specific ICD-10-CM code, meaning it can be used by clinicians and hospitals as a primary or secondary diagnosis on claims and electronic health records.
Which ICD-10 chapter does K56.3 belong to?
K56.3 belongs to the chapter "Diseases of the digestive system" (codes K00-K95). ICD-10-CM organises codes into 22 chapters by body system or condition type, which helps clinicians navigate related diagnoses.
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Source: ICD-10-CM 2025 (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, public domain). Codes valid from October 1, 2024. CMS source ↗